Grab some free plants and help us green Kingston
Published on 16 April 2025
Green thumbs of Kingston rejoice – our autumn plant giveaway is back for 2025.
These free events allow residents to collect up to five free tube stock native plants per household.
Mayor Georgina Oxley said we are committed to expanding our biodiversity and increasing our canopy cover and vegetation across the city.
“Unfortunately, we have seen a decline in our tree canopy cover over the past decade and we are very keen to turn that around,” Cr Oxley said.
“The giveaways are one measure we are taking to achieve this, along with undertaking a major planting program, supporting community-led initiatives and school-based programs, and developing a community education program.
“Our community understands the importance of our urban forest, but there is work to be done to shift the way we think about, value, protect and enhance it.
“A great place to start is picking up some trees, shrubs, grasses or groundcovers and adding to your garden.”
The plant giveaway program is open to all Kingston residents. You do not need to register - just attend one of our events and bring along your proof of address (a drivers licence, rates notice, or utility bill with your address).
We will be giving away approximately 1000 plants at each event on a first in, best dressed basis.
2025 Giveaway Events
- Saturday 3 May, 9am - 12pm, The Grange Reserve, Clayton South
- Friday 9 May, 9am - 12pm, Carrum Indigenous Nursery, Patterson Lakes
- Tuesday 13 May, 9am - 12pm, Carrum Indigenous Nursery, Patterson Lakes
- Saturday 17 May, 9am - 12pm, Kingston Heath Reserve, Cheltenham
For more information head to kingston.vic.gov.au/free-plants.